2003 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Honda Legend.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2003 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Legend | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Sharan |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |